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Chris Godwin Reveals Tom Brady Texted Him, Mike Evans Before Announcing His Return to Buccaneers

Between Tom Brady’s retirement and subsequent return just 40 days later, the Buccaneers offseason has been somewhat of a rollercoaster. Among those in Tampa who have felt the effect of the “whirlwind” is wide receiver Chris Godwin, who finally settled upon a new long-term deal with the organization last week.

Godwin, a 2019 All-Pro and former third-round pick, revealed during a press conference Monday that Brady’s un-retirement actually helped to cement his own situation with the Bucs.

After Tampa placed him on the franchise tag for the second season in a row earlier this month, the 26-year-old receiver shared that he received a text message from Brady a few days later.